Filming Location
The City and Walls of Meereen

As Daenerys Targaryen approaches the city of Meereen with her vast army, residents peer down at her from the high walls of a fortress. These formidable walls were part of the Fortress of Klis, located near Split, Croatia. Want to discover the exact filming locations? Click on the map pointer in the navigation area or read on.

“A citizen of Meereen was awaiting trial and this man murdered him”

Daenerys Targaryen

Where did they film the scenes around the city of Meereen?

The exterior shots depicting the city of Meereen and its walls were filmed at the Klis Fortress. Situated 7 miles (11 km) northeast of Split, Croatia, Klis is renowned for its stunning fortress.

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About Klis fortress

Klis Fortress has a rich history dating back to the times of the Roman Empire. Initially belonging to an ancient Illyrian tribe, it later fell into the hands of the Romans. Its strategic location near a mountain pass led to its conquest by various rulers, including the Ottoman Empire and the Venetians. This historical blend gave the fortress its unique shape and inspired the portrayal of Meereen in Game of Thrones.

The scene filmed at Klis Fortress:

Daenerys Targaryen arrives with her army at the Meereen gates
(Season 4, Episode 3: “Breaker of Chains”)

In this scene, Daenerys Targaryen and her army reach the gates of Meereen, marking a pivotal moment in her journey towards the Iron Throne.

Daenerys retaliates for crucified slave children
(Season 4, Episode 4 “Oathkeeper”)

Daenerys Targaryen captures Meereen and discovers 163 crucified slave children, a brutal act by the city’s slave masters. In retaliation, she orders the crucifixion of 163 slave masters, mirroring the number of slain children. The scene emphasizes her determination to end slavery and her willingness to employ extreme measures for justice.

Daenerys orders the execution of a Slave for killing a Master
(Season 5, Episode 2: “The House of Black and White”)

This intense scene captures Daenerys’s unwavering sense of justice as she orders the execution of a slave for murdering his master.

Tyrion and Varys meet again in Meereen
(Season 5, Episode 10: “Mother’s Mercy”)

In a moment filled with political intrigue, Tyrion Lannister and Varys reunite in Meereen, setting the stage for new alliances and strategies.